A living will can record an individual’s wishes, with respect to certain medical procedures, that are/are not to be employed on loss of mental capacity ("advanced directive"). Alternatively, a living will can record beliefs on such procedures for the family to consider should a difficult decision with regard to health have to be made ("non-advanced directive").
Living Wills are usually concerned with medical discretion and they give you the freedom to define medical care issues that you feel strongly about. This means that in the unfortunate event of terminal illness, where you might be incapable of communicating your wishes, your Living Will would be able to state your preferences in cases such as turning the life support machine off.
Living Wills are subject to much debate, as a patient’s wishes sometimes conflict with those of the medical profession. We can advise you about the latest legal situations.
